Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala
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2023 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala accumulated 172 violations across 23 inspections between 2023 and March 2026, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection — significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 18 of the 23 inspections, including recurring issues with employee health reporting (cited in at least 5 inspections), chemical storage (4+ inspections), consumer advisories (6+ inspections), and proper cooking temperatures (3+ inspections). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Administrative complaints were recommended on at least two occasions: April 2024 and most recently March 2026. The March 2026 inspection documented two high-priority violations for employee health reporting and proper cooking temperatures among 39 total violations, with an administrative complaint recommended. The October 2025 complaint inspection found 36 violations including high-priority violations for employee health policy and proper cooking temperatures. A notable improvement occurred in May 2024, when a routine inspection found zero violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied, though violations resurged sharply in subsequent inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala last inspected?
- Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala had?
- Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala find?
- Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 17 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Ipanema Churrascaria in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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